Applications Technician / Lawn and Tree Spray Technician

Senske Family of Companies; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Advancement opportunities

Commission incentives and bonuses

Referral bonus

Well-equipped trucks and equipment

Paid training from day 1

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Job summary

Senske Services is hiring an Applications Technician / Lawn and Tree Spray Technician in Lakewood, WA. You will service residential and commercial properties, applying lawn care products and performing soil analysis to control pests and improve turf health.

You will educate homeowners, upsell services, and work with a team to deliver safe, high-quality results. Benefits include paid training and opportunities for advancement while earning $22.00–$25.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid driver's license and safe driving record.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background screening and drug test.
• 21+ years old or older (driving requirement).
• Commitment to safety and proper PPE usage.
• Friendly, customer-focused attitude.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and work independently or in a crew.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide residential or commercial lawn and tree care services using hand and powered equipment.
• Perform soil analysis and apply products to treat lawns and landscapes.
• Educate homeowners on lawn maintenance and recommended solutions.
• Upsell additional services to existing and new customers.
• Operate aeration equipment and ensure uniform soil perforation.

Skills

Driver's license

Safety minded

Customer service

Teamwork

Problem solving

Weather adaptability

Multitasking

PPE knowledge

Job description

Applications Technician / Lawn and Tree Spray Technician

Job Category: Applications Technicians

Requisition Number: APPLI004753

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Lakewood, WA 98499, USA

Description

At Senske Services, we make the neighbors green with envy for our beautiful lawns! Come join a winning team where the grass is always greener on our side, thanks to our Application Techs’ hard work and dedication to transforming customers’ outdoor spaces.

Our Application Technicians provide service to residential or commercial client properties in a timely, safe manner, using hand and powered equipment to apply products to treat our customers' lawns. Every day on the job will bring exciting new challenges as you use your specialized skills to perform soil analysis and control insects, diseases, and unsightly weeds. Application Technicians educate homeowners on proper lawn maintenance, advise on lawn, and landscape problems, and determine appropriate solutions for their unique needs. They use expert knowledge to sell/upsell additional services to existing and new customers, resulting in the growth of our clientele. Our Technicians display strong communication skills when providing customers with product / service information and when resolving customer concerns onsite.

You will also safely operate both ride-on and push behind aerators. Assist crew leaders and team in providing quality aeration services by running aeration equipment across the lawn to perforate the soil, ensuring a uniform distribution of holes. Adjust the aerator settings (e.g., depth or spacing) based on the soil type, grass type, and the specific needs of the lawn.

This position requires heavy lifting of up to 60 lbs.

Experience is great, but we also train people to do what we love. We will teach you everything you need to know to succeed! You will receive guidance and plenty of support from our talented, super-smart colleagues and leadership team.

Wage Range: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour. The starting wage is determined based on relevant experience. This is an hourly, non-exempt position.

The Perks:

• Competitive Hourly Pay - Life is expensive! We believe in paying well.
• Your job is safe with us. We are a fast-growing company, which means you will have opportunities to advance your career – we promote from within!
• We recognize and reward great work by offering huge commission incentives (10%-15% depending on the service sold) and other compensation contests (bonuses & gift cards) throughout the year!!
• Do you want to work with your friend? We offer a referral bonus!
• Great Trucks & Equipment
• Paid training from day 1!
• Affordable health care packages that include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability and paid life insurance
• 401K with Employer Match, 9 Company Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation (accrue up to 1 week of paid vacation your first year), Paid Sick Leave (accrue up to 1 week of paid sick leave your first year)
• Fun team celebrations year-round!
• Winter Season Work!

Must Haves:

• Possess a valid driver's license and have a history of safe driving
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background screening and drug test (THC excluded).
• At least 21 years old or older (requirement to drive a company vehicle)
• Committed to safety and the use of all the proper PPE the job requires
• Friendly and dedicated to great customer service
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, work independently, and work as part of a crew
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions
• Possess Strong Problem-Solving Abilities
• Encourage a Positive Team Atmosphere & Willingness to Help Others

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